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What Makes A Black Vanguard

The Black Vanguard

• An individual that has made a major impact in the media industry, upon the national or local consciousness, and whose activities serve to inspire others to believe and achieve.
  
  
• One who has been a trailblazer, initiator and forerunner in some activity, which improved the well being, self-esteem and life goals of others; and
  
• One who has shown courage in their commitment to community development, when the timid might have given up.

On May 17, 2008, the Black Vanguard Awards Luncheon will pay tribute to and honor AIDS Activist, Dr. Ron Simmons, TV & Radio personality, Ms. Robyn Holden and Filmmaker, Mr. Gemal Woods. They are extraordinarily outstanding African Americans whose exemplary character, professional achievements and personal service to both the African American and world community have made an enduring imprint and are a model for emulation by young African Americans and youth of African descent.

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